(Thi Cosmetics Eye Shadow in Daoand Lip Gloss in Kanya)
Eyeshadow in Dao
Dao is a nice basic shade for most skin tones (not just Asian/Far-Eastern complexions). The warm pale pink has a slight gold undertone and shows on the skin more in the form of iridescence than actual color. It can be used as a base, alone, or on top of other eyeshadows. The talc-based formula is quite silky and easy to apply.
I think this is also a multi-purposed product that can work as a very subtle blusher or a highlighter. When applied with a fluffy powder brush, the iridescence is less intense and the finish doesn’t look too glowy. I find it to be a good cheek-bone highlighter, worn alone or on top of a blusher. (I would not suggest using it as a highlighter on any area with visible pores as iridescence can generally make pores look more obvious.)
Lip Gloss in Kanya
Kanya is a delicate sheer neutral peach-toned shade without obvious shimmer. (I prefer lip glosses with no or delicate shimmer to those with intense/frosty shimmer.) It can work well for a subtle neutral-lip look as it (worn alone) gently tones down the redness of the lips without making them look too pale. I think it should also work well with many neutral lipsticks.
While I am not really into neutral lips, I like the glossy shine from this shade. What might not appeal to everyone is the slightly dense texture, but sometimes it is the trade-off for a glossy and long-wearing shine. I don’t mind it personally and I find the formula moisturizing.
Overall, the line is currently very concise and highly-edited. (The Eye Shadow is available in seven neutral shades and, for lips, there is one Red Lipstick and five Lip Glosses.) Many of the shades appear to be universally wearable, and I think they should suit more skin tones than what the brand sets out to.
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{ 5 comments… read them below or add one }
Hi PJ!!
I’ve always been curious about this brand so thanks a bunch for the review! The gloss looks pretty!
Hi
I am interested in thi cosmetics. Whereabouts did you purchase them in london or UK?
thanks
Hi Dalenna,
You are very welcome! I am glad you enjoyed this review, and thank you very much for posting your comment! :)
Hi,
I didn’t purchase these items. They are product samples sent by Thi Cosmetics for review purposes. (Please see more information on this at the bottom of my blog page. (Edited: The information is now on my FAQ page.))
I have e-mailed the company about delivery to and availability in the UK. I will leave a second reply to you when I hear from them again. In the meantime, you can try using the contact form on their website to get in touch with them.
Thank you for reading my blog and for your question!
Hi again,
I was just told by the company that they ship internationally.
Hope it helps, and thank you again for the question.